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Bartlett Tree Experts is excited to be a part of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Project this year. For the past eight months, Bartlett arborists have played an important role in assessing and selecting potential tree candidates. Bartlett ISA Certified Arborist John Wayne Hardison says, “Initially when the Forest Service […]

When the 78’-tall Red Spruce nicknamed “Ruby” is harvested from the National Forests in North Carolina in early November, longtime Forest Service employee, Rodney Smith, will have the honor of felling the 2022 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.Smith has worked on the Uwharrie National Forest – one of four forests that […]

Asheville, NC September 21, 2022 – We did it! With help from North Carolinians across the state, our valued partners, and our committed employees, the National Forests in North Carolina reached and exceeded our goal of 6,000 ornaments for the 2022 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Over the course of 6 […]

When the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree makes its annual trip to Washington, D.C., it will do so with the support of 84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier. For the first time, 84 Lumber is the proud presenting sponsor of what is known as ‘The People’s Tree’ […]

ASHEVILLE, NC (March 23, 2022) – As spring blooms from the mountains to the sea, help make ornaments for the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree!National Forests in North Carolina invites everyone to use their spring outdoor adventures to inspire handmade ornaments that represent North Carolina’s diverse natural and cultural heritage in […]